Originally Published: June 26, 1997

By: J.K. Rowling

Imagine where our lives would be without this book? Not only did this J.K. Rowling debut start an expansive magical world, but it has also touched the hearts of millions – if not billions – of children around the world.

Harry Potter defeated the greatest dark wizard of all time and was then shut off from the wizarding world for 10 years. On his eleventh birthday, he learns about who he is and starts schooling at Hogwarts. There he makes friends and discovers unheard of talents, but also will face haunting parts of his past.

I cannot even begin to wrap my mind around this brilliance. This book is full of energy and excitement, you won’t be able to set it down. Going into her world is an escape that never tires.

Final say: You’ll wish you were a wizard.